PART II: MAPUTO PROTOCOL 35. Regarding the implementation of the Maputo Protocol, the Commission notes the following positive aspects: I- POSITIVE ASPECTS 36. The Commission notes that there are many positive aspects regarding Burkina Faso’s compliance with its obligations under the Maputo Protocol. Reporting obligation and cooperation with the Commission 37. The Commission welcomes the fact that the report was presented in two parts, including a section on the implementation of the Maputo Protocol. Legal framework for the promotion of women’s rights in Burkina Faso 38. The Commission commends Burkina Faso for the following: i. ii. iii. iv. v. vi. vii. The enactment of Law No. 034-2012/AN of 2 July 2012 on Agrarian and Land Reform, under which sustainable land use planning and development, management of forestry and other natural resources, as well as the regulation of real estate rights are governed, among others, by the principles of gender, respect for human rights and equity; Law No. 033-2012/AN of 11 June 2012 to amend the Constitution, which takes into account the promotion of gender; Law No. 0034-2009/AN of 24 July 2009 on Rural Land Tenure, under which men and women have equal rights of access to and possession of land; Law No. 010-2009/AN of 16 April 2009 establishing quotas for legislative and municipal elections; Law No. 029-2008/AN of 15 May 2008 on the fight against trafficking in persons and similar practices, which provides for severe sanctions in the event where the victim is a vulnerable person (pregnant woman, child) or where it results in mutilation or permanent disability; Law No. 028-2008/AN of 13 May 2008 on the Labour Code, under which men and women have equal opportunities in the area of access to employment. Special protection is also given to pregnant women who enjoy the rest that is necessary for their well-being; Law No. 055-2004/AN of 21 December 2004 on the General Code of Local Authorities, under which men and women have equal rights of 12